Department of Computer Science

The department of Computer Science (DCS) focuses on academic programs that prepare individuals for effective participation in computer and systems related professions. Qualified professionals in these fields continue to be in demand as organizations and economies rely upon the efficiency and effectiveness of computer based systems. Courses in the programs offered, seek to provide students with current skills for their first career position, with conceptual preparation to sustain their vocation throughout their career.

At present, three graduate programmes are offered:

M.Tech in Computer & Information Science
M.Tech in Software Engineering.
M.Tech in Computer Science with Specialization in Embedded Systems (Part - Time)
The programmes follow a choice based credit and semester system with progressive assessment towards grading in a 10 point scale. DCS is the only department in CUSAT which offers two full time M.Tech programmes, having due approval of the AICTE. Candidates with valid GATE scores only are eligible for admission under the general category, while those with a minimum of three years experience in the computer and systems related professions can seek admission under the sponsored category.

Aspirants for the part time programme need to have a minimum of one year experience in Industry / University / Institution recognized by appropriate statutory bodies.